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Controlling Linear Actuator via Accelerometer
Brian - It would need to be fairly instantaneous, and I was thinking the packaging would be easier if it could rely on external sensors. I have been considering using the brake pedal switch to activate the braking position, and just using the accelerometer on an x-axis and just have the...- wingguy14
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- Forum: Circuit design
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Controlling Linear Actuator via Accelerometer
Dan, Thanks for th input. I really thought it was a pretty deinfed set of ideas, do you think it would help if I write up a very clear and detailed problem, and post it up? Perhaps I am not articulating this well, but I think I have a good idea what I want. My background is in static aero...- wingguy14
- Post #12
- Forum: Circuit design
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Controlling Linear Actuator via Accelerometer
Thanks eveyrone fotr your replies. Does anyone have a direct contact to someone who may be interested in this project?- wingguy14
- Post #10
- Forum: Circuit design
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Controlling Linear Actuator via Accelerometer
Dan, I see your point, but I don't want the wing to move based upon vehicle speed. I want it to move based on what the car is doing (braking, turning, steady speed, etc.) I have sent a few inquireies out looking for an EE, but have not found anyone yet. Anyone who is looking for a side job...- wingguy14
- Post #8
- Forum: Circuit design
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Controlling Linear Actuator via Accelerometer
Dan, That's very close to what I am trying to do. Perhaps an accelerometer will not work how I thought, but I simply want the actuator to change position when it sees certain g loads... Is there something fundamentally wrong with this idea? Thanks much- wingguy14
- Post #6
- Forum: Circuit design
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Controlling Linear Actuator via Accelerometer
Brian - thank you. I will check these both out!- wingguy14
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- Forum: Circuit design
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Controlling Linear Actuator via Accelerometer
Hi All, I am new here, and am looking for some help with a new project, that goes into the realm of simple electrical engineering, which is outside of my comfort zone. I have spent quite a while trying to figure out a solution, but I can’t come up with any sort of elegant solution… I am hoping...- wingguy14
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